Algiers Opera House Boualem Bessaïh

Algiers Opera House Boualem Bessaïh is an opera house in Algiers that combines North African architecture with minimalist design elements, featuring a marble foyer and spiral staircases. The building houses a central performance hall and additional spaces for rehearsals and training.

The building was completed in 2016 and replaced the former Mahieddine Bachtarzi National Theater as the city's new cultural venue. Its construction by a Chinese firm marked an important step in modernizing the city's cultural infrastructure.

The opera house hosts three resident artistic ensembles that perform regularly within its spaces, shaping the local arts scene. These groups make the venue a center for music and dance in the city.

The building sits along a main highway and provides two separate parking areas for visitors. Since the facility is relatively new and well-equipped, finding your way around and accessing different areas is straightforward.

The venue was named after Boualem Bessaïh, an Algerian artist and cultural administrator who shaped the local arts scene. His name ties the building to the region's cultural heritage and leadership.

Location: Algiers

Official opening: 2016

Website: https://operaalger.com.dz

GPS coordinates: 36.73722,2.93000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43